Building Manager (Victoria) – FirstService Residential

Title of the Job: Building Manager (Victoria)

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: About FirstService Residential:FirstService Residential transforms the property management landscape by providing professional association management services to over 9,000 residential communities across the United States and Canada.Our dedication to associate satisfaction and growth is recognized by our Great Place to Work certification, exemplifying our commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our 19,000 associates can count on competitive salaries, top-tier medical, dental, career training, and support for continued professional development.Experience being part of a high-performing team with a fulfilling career in property management with FirstService Residential.Job Overview:As a Building Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the building in Victoria, BC to ensure an excellent living experience for tenants. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to think quickly on their feet, have excellent task and time management, problem solve and create great relationships and a sense of community within the property.Key Responsibilities:

• Regular interactions with tenants, Building Managers, and the Property Manager throughout the day to discuss building operations, supply requirements, repair needs, concerns, and other relevant items. This may include reports on work production, special problems, and maintenance issues.
• Ensure completion of maintenance request forms within 24 hours of receipt, which may involve engaging third-party trades with approval from the Property Manager.
• Complete the Maintenance Checklist for each apartment prior to signing off on condition.
• Perform minor building and suite maintenance and repairs, and coordinate contractors/trades for more extensive maintenance work and emergency repairs.
• Replace light bulbs around the interior and exterior of the property and maintain a daily light check log.
• Oversee pool maintenance and upkeep of common equipment.
• Manage suite/unit turnover, including painting and cleaning units as necessary.
• Maintain cleanliness of common areas to ensure they are pristine.
• Keep a daily log of completed work and maintain other records for units and building maintenance.
• Implement, organize, direct, and manage the overall maintenance programs of the property.
• Conduct inspections of common building areas to identify required maintenance, including mechanical, security, garbage/recycling, laundry, landscaping, etc.
• Rent available suites by advertising vacancies, screening applications, and properly completing tenancy paperwork.
• Schedule and supervise tenant move-in/move-out activities, perform regular suite inspections, and ensure vacant suites are ready for new tenants.
• Collect and deposit rents and security deposits.
• Maintain knowledge of competitive pricing for vendor and trade quotes on required work.
• Be diplomatic when dealing with residents, staff, and contractors.

Shifts Available:Monday to Friday

• 8:30am – 5:00pm

Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience with rental buildings is required.
• At least two years of residential maintenance/trades experience and/or Building Manager experience is preferred.
• Experience with pools and/or a pool certificate is beneficial.
• Experience in maintaining building and mechanical systems, along with basic handyperson skills, is required.
• Excellent written and oral command of the English language is necessary to communicate effectively with clients and support staff.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with Property Manager, tenants, and support staff.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to patrol the property including stairs, hallways, interior, and exterior
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (wind, heat, cold, rain, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to use standard building equipment (vacuum, climb a ladder, mob, handyperson tools for minor maintenance, power washer, leaf blower, etc.)

What We Offer:As a full-time associate, you will be eligible for employer paid health & dental, paid time off benefits, access to our Employee Assistance Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement Program.Compensation:$50,000 – $52,000.00 per annum.Please ensure to include a copy of your resume, highlighting your qualifications and the reasons why you think you would be a good fit for our company.Please ensure your resume has a valid number and email address you can be reached at.FirstService Residential is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. It is our policy to promote equal employment opportunity for all current and prospective associates. This applies to all employment-related matters, including the recruitment process, hiring decisions, compensation and benefits. We are committed to providing and maintaining a working environment that is based on respect and preserves the dignity and rights of everyone in the organization. If you have questions before or during the application process about our equal opportunity workplace, please reach out to our Recruitment team.IN2018

Company Name: FirstService Residential

Salary: $50000 – 52000 per year

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